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A substantial vintage silver-plated champagne cooler with ornate gadrooned and rope-twist detailing, designed to bring a refined and traditional aesthetic to any celebration or dining setting. The elegant form features two elaborately scrolled side handles for ease of use, and the generous bowl accommodates a standard champagne or sparkling wine bottle with room for ice.
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Material: Silver-plated metal
Design: Decorative gadroon and rope-border motifs with ribbed base and relief-moulded lower body
Handles: Double scrolled side handles
Weight: 1944 grams
Height: 25 cm
Width (handle to handle): 24.5 cm
Interior: Smooth-walled basin suitable for ice and bottles
Condition: Good overall; surface scratches and age-related wear consistent with use. Tarnishing visible in crevices, and interior shows oxidation from prior use with ice. Structurally sound with no major dents.
Note: Champagne bottle shown is for display purposes only and is not included in the sale.
Ideal for formal occasions, entertaining, or display in a vintage-inspired bar or dining room. -
Item description
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Buccellati of Italy is the most renowned silver maker globally, offering the highest quality of silver workmanship. It is known for its exquisite creativity, aesthetics, and craftsmanship.
The early history of the family business of Buccellati begins with Contargo Buccellati, father of Mario Buccellati, working as a goldsmith in Milan. At the age of 12, Mario Buccellati apprenticed with a highly reputed jewellery shop in Milan, Beltrami & Beltrami. Mario took over the company in 1919 and renamed it Buccellati.
Mario Buccellati attained his fame and royal acceptance in 1949 when Pope Pius XII authorised Buccellati to design an iconic piece for Princess Margaret to represent the significance of the first British Royal visit to Vatican City in centuries.
Mario Buccellati passed away in 1965, leaving the secrets of manufacturing to younger generations. His business was split among four out of his five sons: Lorenzo, Federico, Luca, and Gianmaria.
Gianmaria Buccellati launched a new brand and started his independent business without his brothers. This solo endeavour was successful, but in 2011, he made an agreement with some of his relatives and joined back his family business, calling it Buccellati Holding Italia.
